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Napoli boss Benitez mixed emotions over Belgium win against Algeria

Napoli coach Rafa Benitez had mixed emotions over Belgium's World Cup victory against Algeria.

Both teams were featuring Napoli players.

"The Group H match between Belgium and Algeria was very interesting," Benitez wrote on his official internet site.

"The Algerians got in front through a penalty, then they suffered until the end as they couldn't impose their game and surprise the opponents.

"The arrival on the pitch of Mertens and Fellaini gave the team a lift and took their team to victory.

"I'm sorry for Faouzi Ghoulam, our left-back at Napoli, but I have to congratulate Dries Mertens who played on the right against Faouzi.

"Dries again showed his capability of giving his best when it is necessary. In summary, it was a great reaction by Belgium thanks to Mertens and Fellaini."

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